Watercolor illustration of Desert Hare. (Lepus tibetanus)

Desert Hare.

Lepus tibetanus

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Chinese Zang Tu

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Desert Hare.?
The scientific name of Desert Hare. is Lepus tibetanus. It belongs to the genus Lepus.
What is the conservation status of Desert Hare.?
Desert Hare. (Lepus tibetanus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Desert Hare. belong to?
Desert Hare. (Lepus tibetanus) belongs to the genus Lepus, which is part of the taxonomic family Leporidae.
Is Desert Hare. endangered?
No, Desert Hare. (Lepus tibetanus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Desert Hare. belong to?
Desert Hare. (Lepus tibetanus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of Desert Hare.?
The closest relatives of Desert Hare. in the genus Lepus include Abyssinian Hare, Hainan Hare, antelope jackrabbit, black-tailed jackrabbit, Broom Hare.

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